A member asked:

Given clonazepam for my postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. how does clonazepam "fix" my adrenaline imbalance thats a side effect of p.o.t.s.?

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Dr. Bennett Werner answered

Complicated: It doesn't, but it may make you feel better. There is no "cure" for POTS but many medicines are used to help people feel better...and that's what counts. Isn't it?

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 3/26/2016

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A member asked:

Given clonazepam for my postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. how does clonazepam "fix" my adrenaline imbalance thats a side effect of p.o.t.s.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Werner answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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